Each year, about 4.5 million people in the United States are bitten by dogs according to the Centers for Disease Control. Almost one in five of those dog bite victims require medical attention. Dog bites can result in serious, lasting injuries, including:

• Lacerations
• Fractures
• Scarring
• Disfigurement
• Emotional trauma
• Infection
• Nerve damage
• Tissue damage/loss

It can take months, sometimes even years to fully recover from a dog bite. In cases of severe scarring or disfigurement, dog bite victims may need to undergo multiple plastic or reconstructive surgeries over the course of several years. As a result of their small stature and other physical vulnerabilities, children often suffer the most severe dog bites and animal attacks. In Ohio, the dog’s owner is responsible for damages and injuries caused by their pet. The dog does not have to be declared dangerous first. Any victim of a dog or other domestic animal bite may have claims against the owner under the owner’s homeowner’s insurance policy.

At Wright & Schulte LLC, our dog bite lawyers are well-versed in Ohio dog bite laws, and possess the knowledge needed to pursue your case in a way that will allow the maximum recovery under Ohio law. They always take an aggressive stance when negotiating dog bite settlements with homeowners’ insurance companies to ensure that they treat our dog bite clients fairly. Insurance companies are aware of Wright Schulte’s reputation as a tough advocate for dog bite victims, and they know our personal injury lawyers are always ready to go to trial if they refuse to negotiate in good faith. Our Ohio accident attorneys will never let an insurance company pressure you into accepting a dog bite settlement that is anything less than fair.